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According to Seidel (2008),
L114/LDA07 is a similar looking species from the
Rio Demini in the central Rio Negro system in Brazil. P.leopardus
is supposed to be more elongated and strongly flattened and a
different colouration than the L and LDA numbers mentioned. Aquarium
Care: When small they can be kept in a community
tank but when adult, they can get quite aggressive. A large aquarium (6'
0" or over) is needed to display this dramatic looking Loricariid
to its best advantage. I do feel that this is a fish only for
the specialists who have the experience and dedication to take
care of it, and to take care of the good water quality needed.
Prefers soft and acidic water as it is a black-water fish. Diet:
Seem to preferr cooked mussels and prawns as adults. Include some
vegatable food such as zuchini (courgette). Will also take frozen
bloodworm and tablet food.

Common Name:

Leopard Acanthicus, Leopard
Pleco, LDA073, L600

Synonyms:

Stonelia leopardus

Family:

Loricariidae

Distribution:

Guyana: Rupununi
River basin. Type locality: Rupununi River, British
Guiana ... in the highlands of British Guiana, approximately secured
in North Latitude 2º to 3º, and West Longitude 50º20'